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Oceana Canada Unveils Roadmap to Cut 1/3 of Canada's Single-Use Plastic Pollution

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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By implementing Oceana Canada’s recommendations, Canada can cap single-use plastic waste by 2026 followed by a downward trajectory for our country’s plastic pollution problem.

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  • By implementing Oceana Canada’s recommendations, Canada can cap single-use plastic waste by 2026 followed by a downward trajectory for our country’s plastic pollution problem.
  • It was also developed in response to the 90 per cent of Canadians surveyed by Oceana Canada who support the single-use plastic ban.
  • If the government follows our recommendations, by 2040 Canada will prevent the generation of nine million tonnes of plastic waste.
  • The roadmap identifies the seven sectors that are the greatest sources of single-use plastic collectively generating 41 per cent of plastic packaging waste in Canada.

Lacrosse to return to the Olympic Games in 2028

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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MUMBAI, India, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- World Lacrosse’s decades-long vision to return the sport to the Olympic stage has been realized, with the International Olympic Committee approving lacrosse’s inclusion in the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

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  • MUMBAI, India, Oct. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- World Lacrosse’s decades-long vision to return the sport to the Olympic stage has been realized, with the International Olympic Committee approving lacrosse’s inclusion in the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
  • World Lacrosse President Sue Redfern said: “There is no greater designation than to be recognized as an Olympic sport.
  • Marc Riccio, USA Lacrosse CEO: “We are thrilled that the International Olympic Committee has voted to include lacrosse in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.
  • Having lacrosse be part of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games is a monumental moment for our sport and the millions of athletes who play across the United States.

LRP, The Loss Run Pros and The Iroquois Group Partner to Help Improve Commercial Insurance Customer Experience

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
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MISSOULA, Mont., Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Loss Run Pro, a leading software solution for managing the loss run process, announced that it has partnered with The Iroquois Group®, a national network of independent insurance agencies to bring its software service to their retail agency force.

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  • MISSOULA, Mont., Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Loss Run Pro, a leading software solution for managing the loss run process, announced that it has partnered with The Iroquois Group®, a national network of independent insurance agencies to bring its software service to their retail agency force.
  • The relationship between Loss Run Pro and Iroquois is a natural fit because both companies are committed to helping their retail agents grow their commercial books of business.
  • "The LRP tool will fit seamlessly into our members' workflows simplifying the process of obtaining loss run data," said Christian Rebello, regional manager in Iroquois' Midwest region.
  • "We look forward to being a resource for Iroquois members to help them grow their commercial book of business," said Brenden Corr, Director of Business Director at Loss Run Pro.

Oneida Indian Nation's Passage of Peace Returns to Share a Message of Peace; Raise Awareness Around Harm Inflicted by Indian Boarding Schools

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Monday, November 21, 2022
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ONEIDA INDIAN NATION HOMELANDS, N.Y., Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Returning for 2022 and in conjunction with Native American Heritage Month, the Oneida Indian Nation's Passage of Peace will once again share a message of peace with the Upstate New York region with a beautiful display of illuminated teepees. Continuing the Nation's commitment to fostering dialogue around important issues affecting Indian Country, this year's cultural art installation also seeks to draw attention to the generational harm inflicted on Native people across the country by Indian boarding schools, as well as foster support for recent bipartisan efforts to establish a federal commission to address this far-reaching harm.

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  • This year's installation also seeks to raise awareness around the harm caused by boarding schools to Native Americans and recent bipartisan legislative efforts to establish a commission that will address their generational impact.
  • ONEIDA INDIAN NATION HOMELANDS, N.Y., Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Returning for 2022 and in conjunction with Native American Heritage Month, the Oneida Indian Nation's Passage of Peace will once again share a message of peace with the Upstate New York region with a beautiful display of illuminated teepees.
  • We hope that the Passage of Peace will help raise awareness about this tragic history."
  • The Passage of Peace will be illuminated on November 21 and remain lit throughout the holiday season.

Meridian Employee is the First Female Recipient of the 2022 Governance Professional of the Year Award

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Friday, November 18, 2022
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TORONTO, Nov. 18, 2022 /CNW/ - Brigitte Catellier, Vice President, Corporate Governance, Meridian, is the recipient of the 2022 Governance Professional of the Year Award.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 18, 2022 /CNW/ - Brigitte Catellier, Vice President, Corporate Governance, Meridian, is the recipient of the 2022 Governance Professional of the Year Award.
  • Every year, the Governance Professionals of Canada (GPC) community gathers for the Excellence in Governance Awards (EGAs).
  • "We are incredibly proud of Brigitte's well deserved Governance Professional of the Year Award win," said Karen Farbridge, Board Chair, Meridian.
  • Brigitte is an accomplished and dedicated governance professional with close to 30 years in corporate governance roles across multiple regulated industries.

MERIDIAN CREDIT UNION BECOMES LARGEST CERTIFIED LIVING WAGE EMPLOYER IN ONTARIO

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Monday, November 14, 2022
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TORONTO, Nov. 14, 2022 /CNW/ - Meridian marks an important milestone today in becoming the largest employer to become certified by the Ontario Living Wage Network (OLWN).

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 14, 2022 /CNW/ - Meridian marks an important milestone today in becoming the largest employer to become certified by the Ontario Living Wage Network (OLWN).
  • "As a Certified Living Wage Employer, we are building resilience and wealth in the communities where we live and work."
  • "Credit unions have been a strong and influential ally to the living wage movement in Ontario, and that's why we are so pleased to welcome Meridian to our network," says Anne Coleman, Program Manager of the OLWN.
  • With more than 75 yearsof banking history, Meridian isOntario'slargest credit union, and second largest inCanada, helping to grow the lives of our more than 360,000 Members.

TELUS to provide free smartphones and wireless services in Ontario to Indigenous women at risk or surviving violence

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022
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With the support of TELUS, NCFST and NWRCT are starting to distribute smartphones and plans to support Indigenous women in Ontario who are at risk of, or surviving, violence.

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  • With the support of TELUS, NCFST and NWRCT are starting to distribute smartphones and plans to support Indigenous women in Ontario who are at risk of, or surviving, violence.
  • TELUS plans to partner with additional Indigenous-led organizations across Canada to further expand the reach and impact of this program into the future.
  • TELUS Mobility for Good for Indigenous Women at Risk is part of the TELUS Connecting for Good portfolio of programs that gives individuals in need in Canada access to TELUS world-leading technology.
  • We honour the vision of our founders as we support urban Indigenous women and children from all walks of life.

Seventh Generation Commits to Discontinuing Large Format Liquid Laundry Bottles by 2030

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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BURLINGTON, Vt., Nov. 1, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- With an intent to transform the antiquated laundry detergent aisle and reduce emissions as well as plastic and water waste, leading household products company and green products pioneer Seventh Generation announced today a commitment to phase out all large format liquid laundry detergent bottles from its product lineup by 2030 and transition all laundry products to concentrated formats.

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  • "When you walk down the laundry detergent aisle it's evident that it's riddled with unnecessary plastic and very much in need of disruption," said Alison Whritenour, Chief Executive Officer, Seventh Generation.
  • "Focusing on concentration and eliminating large jugs and diluted laundry formulas is not only a win for the environment but also a win for the consumer," said John Moorhead, Chief Marketing Officer, Seventh Generation.
  • "Collectively as an industry, we sell more than 680 million bottles of liquid laundry detergent to wash over 40 billion loads.
  • For information on Seventh Generation cleaning, paper, baby and feminine personal care products, to find store locations, and explore the company's website visit www.seventhgeneration.com .

Proactive news headlines including Horizon Minerals, Stelar Metals, Prescient Therapeutics and Volt Resources

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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    Emperor Energy Ltd (ASX:EMP) has added A$1.12 million to the company coffers thanks to a strongly supported placement.
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Proactive news headlines including Duke Exploration, White Rock Minerals, Solis Minerals and Kaiser Reef

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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    Kaiser Reef Ltd (ASX:KAU, ASX:) has intersected further high-grade gold in diamond drilling at the A1 Mine operations in Victoria.
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    Queensland Pacific Metals Ltd (ASX:QPM) has established a long-term collaboration with global carmaker General Motors, setting the stage for a strategic investment and offtake agreement.
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